1999 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Ka weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |